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womens health clinic faq

Can amoxicillin treat urinary tract infections?

Amoxicillin may be used for some urinary tract infections (UTIs), but it is not the first-line antibiotic due to high resistance rates. It is used only if the infecting bacteria are shown to be sensitive.

Clinical Context

Clinics only prescribe amoxicillin for UTIs if testing shows it will work. Unnecessary use can increase antibiotic resistance.

Evidence-Based Approaches

NHS and NICE recommend targeted antibiotics based on urine culture results when first-line treatments aren’t suitable.